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Beauty and the Geek Star Allegedly Gives Birth in Prison
Beauty and the Geek Australia alum Tamika Chesser has reportedly given birth in prison after allegedly beheading her boyfriend Julian Story last year.
Australia’s 9 News reported that Chesser, 34, was pregnant at the time of her 2025 arrest but that the father of her child has not been publicly identified.
Us Weekly reached out to Chesser and South Australia Health for comment.
On June 19, 2025, investigators discovered 39-year-old Story’s burnt and dismembered body at the couple’s Port Lincoln home in the Lower Eyre Peninsula. Chesser was subsequently charged with murder, destroying human remains and perverting the course of justice.
The former model has been held at mental health facility James Nash House, near Adelaide, since her arrest last June. She is expected to appear in court in April. (Chesser has yet to enter a plea.)
Australian broadcaster ABC reported in June 2025 that police were called to the couple’s home when a neighbor noticed smoke coming from their unit. Per a police report, a witness said they “saw the accused and asked what she was doing, the accused said ‘nothing’ and then took her dogs for a walk and locked the front door.”
After the witness tried to throw a bucket of water at Chesser and Story’s unit, they eventually called emergency services. Police soon arrived on the scene and discovered Story’s beheaded body in a bathroom.
Chesser was discovered in a “catatonic and unresponsive state” in a nearby yard and taken into custody, per South Australian police.

Tamika Chesser on “Beauty and the Geek Australia” season 2. Courtesy YouTube/Beauty and the Geek
“We know that after his alleged murder, Julian’s body was dismembered and while I won’t provide any further details about that at this time, I can tragically say that we have not recovered the head of Julian Story,” Detective Superintendent Darren Fielke announced in a media briefing last June.
Fielke went on, “I can only imagine … the grief this news is causing Julian’s family. It is crucial that we locate Julian’s head so that his family has the opportunity to lay him to rest.”
Detective Superintendent Fielke later confirmed to the media in September 2025 that Story’s skull was recovered by a local dog, per the ABC.
“One of those situations where the dog ran off into the scrub, the dog didn’t come back immediately on being called,” the police spokesperson explained.
At the time of Story’s death, his family thanked the public for their “care” as they “navigat[ed] an unimaginable loss.”
“Your care has brought comfort amid the chaos,” his family told the ABC. “We are also deeply grateful to our family and friends and this extraordinary community whose kindness and support have helped carry us through. Your prayers, presence, and quiet strength mean more than words can say.”
Chesser was a runner-up on the second season of Australian reality show Beauty and the Geek in 2010. The reality show matched up conventionally attractive “Beauties” with “Geeks” — or, socially awkward men — in hopes of winning a $100,000 grand prize.
The reality star was introduced as “a cocktail” waitress on Beauty and the Geek and described herself as “the best person at making ‘animal noises.” In the show’s intro video, Chesser said that her “favorite feature would be my smile.”
Chesser was paired up with “Hawaiian shirt enthusiast” Thomas Richardson-Smith on the reality show but they ultimately lost to dancer Jessie Byrne and National Math Champion Michael Price in Beauty and the Geek’s season 2 finale.
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Keith Urban Hurt After Daughter’s Public Snub
Keith Urban is reportedly struggling with an emotional setback after his daughter, Sunday Rose, appeared to overlook him in a recent interview.
The moment has sparked fresh attention around his post-divorce life with Nicole Kidman, as insiders claim the country star has been quietly dealing with the fallout while trying to maintain a brave face.
Sunday Rose Praises Nicole Kidman In Candid Interview
Sunday Rose, 17, opened up about her early influences in a recent interview with Elle Australia, placing her mother, Nicole Kidman, firmly at the center of her inspiration.
The young model spoke warmly about growing up around creativity and how it shaped her path.
“My mum is someone who has always been so creative and my biggest inspiration in life,” Sunday Rose told the publication. “She is a key part of everything I do.”
She also revealed the practical guidance she has received from her mother while building her modeling career. “The biggest piece of industry advice Mum has given to me is to always be on time,” she said.
While her comments painted a close bond with Kidman, the absence of any mention of her father quickly became a talking point.
Keith Urban Reportedly Left Numb By The Omission

Sources suggest the interview struck a nerve for Keith Urban, who was noticeably absent from his daughter’s reflections.
According to an insider who spoke to New Idea, the reaction has been deeply personal.
“Keith doesn’t know what to say, but he’s trying to put on a brave front,” the source said. “He knows he has to be patient; however, this latest snub – so publicly, there in black and white – has stumped him.”
The situation has reportedly left the singer feeling shaken, especially given how visible the omission was.
For someone used to life in the spotlight, the emotional weight of the moment appears to have landed hard.
Keith Urban Navigates Life After Divorce And Custody Shift

The development comes months after Urban and Nicole Kidman finalized their divorce following nearly two decades of marriage.
Their separation, announced last September and finalized in January, marked a major shift in their family dynamic.
As part of their agreement, Kidman was granted the majority of custody of their daughters, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret, 15.
Under the parenting plan, she will spend 306 days each year with them, while Keith Urban will have 59 days.
The limited time together has been noticeable publicly. Keith Urban has not been seen with his daughters since December 2024, when the family gathered in Australia for Christmas following the passing of Kidman’s mother, Janelle.
Even before that, their last official public appearance as a family dates back to July 2024, when they attended the Paris Olympics to support Australian skateboarder Chloe Covell.
Keith Urban’s Reported Solitary Life In Nashville

Away from public appearances, reports suggest Urban has embraced a quieter, more isolated lifestyle.
According to Woman’s Day, the singer has been living a largely solitary existence in Nashville when he is not spending time with his children.
The shift is said to extend beyond geography, with claims that he has distanced himself from parts of his past life.
“He’s now living a life that’s been completely purged of everyone to do with his past life,” a source said per the Daily Mail.
The reported changes hint at a broader personal reset, as Keith Urban adjusts to life after his long-term relationship and the restructuring of his family life.
Nicole Kidman Speaks Out As Family Moves Forward

As attention continues to build around the family, Nicole Kidman has also addressed her mindset following the divorce.
In a recent interview with Variety, the actress reflected on her outlook and priorities moving forward.
“I’m always going to be moving toward what’s good. What I’m grateful for is my family and keeping them as is and moving forward,” Kidman said.
She also acknowledged that the past year had been a period of introspection and change. “Well, not last year. I was quiet. I had other things going on. I was in my shell,” she added.
Despite the emotional complexities, the former couple’s split was handled with minimal public conflict.
Legal documents confirmed they waived claims to spousal and child support, choosing instead to handle their own legal expenses.
While both Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman continue to move forward in their own ways, the recent interview moment shows how deeply personal changes can still resonate publicly, especially when family ties are involved.
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Jeff Goldblum And Wife Spark Fur Backlash As PETA Speaks Out
Jeff Goldblum and his wife are facing backlash online after stepping out in a bold fashion statement that has ignited debate across social media. The couple’s look, featuring what appears to be genuine skunk fur, quickly drew criticism from fans and animal rights advocates alike, with PETA issuing a strong response and commenters flooding the post with mixed reactions.
PETA Issues Strong Statement
Not long after the image began circulating, PETA weighed in with a pointed response condemning the use of real fur.
“Fur is fur, no matter when the skunks were killed. Calling it ‘vintage’ doesn’t erase the cruelty,” they wrote, adding a skunk emoji and a broken heart emoji. “Wearing this look sends a dangerous message that torturing and killing animals for fashion is acceptable. Faux and vegan materials deliver the same drama without taking lives.”
Social Media Users Call The Look ‘Disappointing’
Many commenters echoed similar concerns in response to the photo, criticizing the couple for their fashion choice. “So disappointing. Can you two really be so out of touch as to wear real fur?” one user asked. “Vintage or not, wearing real fur promotes all fur. With gorgeous faux and other materials widely available, there’s just no excuse. Please do better.”
Others questioned why alternative materials weren’t used instead. “Why not fake fur?!” another asked, adding a thumbs down emoji.
While much of the reaction was critical, some users took a lighter or more humorous approach when reacting to the image. “Y’all are like the energy of supervillains but make them fun nice people,” someone said.
Another commenter joked about the dramatic nature of the photo shoot itself. “This looks less like a photoshoot and more like two luxury villains negotiating the fate of Europe over espresso,” the user commented.
PETA Previously Called Out Lady Gaga Over Feathered Grammy Look

The backlash surrounding Jeff Goldblum’s look comes just weeks after PETA took aim at another major star, Lady Gaga, over her fashion choices on one of music’s biggest stages.
The 39-year-old pop icon made headlines after delivering a dramatic, rock-leaning performance of her hit “Abracadabra” at the Grammys. Embracing a more theatrical style, Gaga performed solo, skipping the full group of dancers from the music video and instead commanding the stage on her own.
Mostly hidden beneath an elaborate, eye-like headpiece and dramatic feathered styling, Gaga delivered the performance with intensity, earning a standing ovation from the crowd as the cameras captured the audience rising to their feet.
However, not everyone was impressed.
Lady Gaga’s Grammy Performance Draws Backlash

Shortly after the performance, PETA criticized the singer’s feather-heavy look, sharing a graphic that read,
“Lady Gaga, let birds keep their feathers,” along with a message calling out the use of feathers in fashion. The organization argued that feathers “belong on birds” and suggested the look sent the wrong message, especially during such a high-profile broadcast.
While PETA’s criticism gained traction online, not everyone was convinced the outrage was warranted. Several commenters pointed out that Gaga has publicly moved away from animal-derived fashion in recent years, suggesting the materials used in her performance may not have been real.
“How are we sure it’s not faux feathers?” one person wrote, while another added, “How does anyone know if they’re real or fake? That’s kind of hard to tell just from a photo.”
“Is there evidence that they’re real?” a third fan asked. “Gaga stopped wearing outfits made from animal origins years ago. A lot of her fans are animalists.”
Who Is PETA? The Outspoken Animal Rights Group Behind The Backlash
PETA, short for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, is one of the world’s most high-profile animal rights organizations and has built a reputation for calling out celebrities over their fashion choices.
The group has long campaigned against the use of fur, feathers, leather, and other animal-derived materials, frequently aiming at stars who wear them on red carpets, in performances, or in editorial shoots.
But despite PETA’s outspoken history on the issue, Jeff Goldblum and his wife have remained silent following the backlash.
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See Netflix Show’s Stars Then and Now
Virgin River fans have watched the beloved cast change on and off screen for years and ahead of the show’s series finale.
Based on Robyn Carr’s book series, Virgin River follows the lives of residents living in a small town in Northern California, including Mel (Alexandra Breckenridge) and Jack (Martin Henderson). The hit series, which premiered in 2019, also stars Colin Lawrence, Annette O’Toole, Tim Matheson, Benjamin Hollingsworth, Sarah Dugdale, Zibby Allen, Marco Grazzini and Kai Bradbury.
Netflix’s hit series is seven seasons in – but it seems like much less time has passed for the residents of Virgin River.
“It’s been [around] six months,” Hollingsworth exclusively told Us Weekly in March 2026 of the time jump between seasons. “It was what everyone figured out it was, which is nuts.”
Grazzini had a different theory, however, sharing with Us in a separate interview, “It’s been about a year and a half, right? Because, if you think about it, it’s been about a year and a half from season 1 because that’s when Charmaine got pregnant.”
He continued, “Now her twins are a couple months old so let’s call it nine months plus five months. Just over a year.”
Allen’s suggestion regarding the amount of time between seasons fell somewhere in the middle. “I think it’s been a year and a half — like a year and three months,” she noted to Us. “I know the writers told us once and I just forgot.”
Scroll down to see then-and-now photos of Virgin River stars:
Alexandra Breckenridge

Since bringing the lead role of Mel to life, Alexandra Breckenridge has appeared on Cast Away Sorta, My Secret Santa and Love in Store.
Martin Henderson

Martin Henderson has scored roles in X, The Gloaming, My Life is Murder and Madam since joining Virgin River as Jack.
Colin Lawrence

In addition to playing Preacher, Colin Lawrence has appeared in Christmas in Evergreen: Bells are Ringing, Morning Show Mysteries, Dancing Through the Snow and Napa Ever After.
Lauren Hammersley

Lauren Hammersley pulled double duty as Charmaine on Virgin River and Connie on Sullivan’s Crossing. She also appeared in Hallmark’s Christmas Island.
Annette O’Toole

After scoring the role of Hope, Annette O’Toole has also been in The Good Doctor, Kidding and Search Party.
Tim Matheson

Annette O’Toole’s onscreen love interest Tim Matheson, meanwhile, has appeared on This Is Us, Evil, Quantum Leap and 9-1-1: Nashville while playing Doc.
Benjamin Hollingsworth

Ben Hollingsworth won Us over in the role of Brady, but he has also appeared on A Godwink Christmas: Meant for Love, Love Under the Olive Tree, Debris and Joe Pickett. He has also scored roles in A Splash of Love, Romance in Style, So Help Me Todd, Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane and The Christmas Ring.
Sarah Dugdale

After booking the role of Lizzy, Sarah Dugdale has appeared on Dial S for Santa, Season’s Greetings from Cherry Lane and Allegiance.
Zibby Allen

Zibby Allen has appeared on Nancy Drew, The Good Doctor, The Vows We Keep, Lies Between Friends and more while also filming scenes as Brie for Virgin River.
Marco Grazzini

Marco Grazzini can be seen in Close Up, Right in Front of Me, Designing Christmas, Hearts in the Game and Haunted Harmony Mysteries: Murder in G Major after playing Mike.
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“Summer House” midseason trailer shows Ciara and West's relationship implode, Kyle’s epic meltdown (exclusive)
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“F— everybody.”
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Spielberg’s Netflix Sleeper Hit Has the Perfect Replacement 15-Episode Series on Apple TV
Did Steven Spielberg just make a successful return to the world of dinosaurs? You bet Jurass-ic he did, and his collaboration with Netflix, the documentary miniseries The Dinosaurs, immediately hit #1 on global streaming charts upon its release of all four episodes on March 6. Narrated by Morgan Freeman, The Dinosaurs winningly charts the rise and eventual fall of the great creatures, a brutal and unforgiving CGI journey with an attention to detail that puts the docuseries above anything else like it. If you’re looking for another incredible documentary series with a similar focus on dinosaurs, then Apple TV’s Prehistoric Planet is the perfect replacement.
What Is Apple TV’s ‘Prehistoric Planet’ About?
Prehistoric Planet, simply defined, is a 15-episode documentary series about dinosaurs told across three seasons, from the Late Cretaceous period 66 million years ago through to the Ice Age. But the way the series approaches dinosaurs is unlike anything else, simply by being exactly like something else: a nature documentary. It remembers that dinosaurs were animals first, monsters second, stepping away from the conventional eat-or-be-eaten that most dinosaur fare falls into, including The Dinosaurs. As such, it creates a relatability that others lack: no one understands being eaten by a T. Rex (except lawyers), but the frantic search for your baby, as befalls a Triceratops mother in Season 1’s “Forests,” connects.
Prehistoric Planet began over a decade ago with BBC Studios creative director Michael Gunton, who came up with the idea of doing a natural history documentary like the BBC’s Planet Earth, only with dinosaurs: how did they live, migrate, mate, raise their offspring, and so on. Great idea, wrong time. The technology available then simply wasn’t up to the project’s requirements, and with no actual dinosaurs to film, that was problematic. Enter Jon Favreau, who met with Gunton and showrunner Tim Walker in London years later. As Walker recalls: “Jon came in and sat down; we got chatting and he flipped his iPad open and said, ‘Let me show you some of the stuff we’ve been doing.’ It was The Lion King.“
Just like that, the company behind the stunningly life-like effects behind The Lion King, MPC, were tasked with creating the dinosaurs, two-time Oscar winner Hans Zimmer was brought in to compose the score, and nature documentary veteran Sir Richard Attenborough came in to narrate, replaced by Tom Hiddleston for the third season’s focus on the Ice Age. But what truly puts Prehistoric Planet “above anything else like it” are top-to-bottom commitments, both to the latest in palaeontological research, under the watchful eye of chief scientific consultant and palaeozoologist Darren Naish, and to its focus on dinosaur life, refreshingly keeping away from the catastrophic event that ended it.
Apple TV’s ‘Prehistoric Planet’ Is Proof the Streamer Thrives When It Leans Into Science
It could be argued that Prehistoric Planet is as good as it is, in large part, thanks to being on Apple TV in the first place. Apple TV thrives when it leans into science, creating a host of exceptional documentaries that range from biographies and politics to nature and society. The documentaries matter, and the high-end production quality – advanced CGI, customized cameras, cinematic-level scores and editing – is testament to it. Seasoned vets like Attenborough, Paul Rudd, and Hugh Bonneville exude an air of authenticity with their narrations. Not to mention, Apple TV is the best streamer for sci-fi, with exceptional series like Severance, Pluribus, Foundation, and For All Mankind.
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Plus, as with Prehistoric Planet, there’s a commitment to accuracy — buoyed by collaborations with researchers and scientists — that is laudable. It even extends to other projects like Extrapolations, which earned plaudits from scientists for its precise depiction of global warming. Those elements alone aren’t enough to separate the Apple TV documentary from its kin, but its focus on unique, rarely covered moments in nature does. Take The Secret Lives of Animals, for one, which shows navigation signposts made by a wood mouse, or a frog that turns invisible: it’s easy to build a documentary narrative around the predator-prey dynamic, but quite another to make the everyday lives of animals utterly fascinating.
Prehistoric Planet fits right in to that Apple TV formula, and while the everyday actions of dinosaurs that it showcases are speculative, it rings true. The series also goes beyond the fan-favorite dinosaurs to include the likes of Kaikaifilu, a seagoing lizard with flippers and a tail fin, and Qianzhousaurus, an Asian-tyrannosaur whose long snout earned it the moniker “Pinocchio Rex.” Prehistoric Planet takes the route of its Apple TV relations, while The Dinosaurs has the markings of Spielberg’s cinematic touch. The two complement each other in conventional and unconventional ways, making Prehistoric Planet the perfect replacement for The Dinosaurs, and vice-versa.
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Jason Statham Suits Up in First Set Video From Guy Ritchie’s New Mystery Crime Thriller
The badass action icon Jason Statham has made an impressive five movies alongside acclaimed director Guy Ritchie. Beginning in 1998 with Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, which was Statham’s debut role, their now-famed partnership has stretched for over 25 years and included hits such as Snatch, Revolver, Wrath of Man, and Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre. It is fair to say that, whenever a project between the two is announced, the action-loving world is gripped.
Well, that’s exactly what happened in late October last year, when it was confirmed that the pair would tackle the long-awaited Viva La Madness, a new action-thriller based on J.J. Connolly’s 2011 novel, the follow-up to Layer Cake. Billed as a stand-alone feature that won’t directly follow Matthew Vaughn’s 2004 cult hit, Viva La Madness already boasts a star-studded line-up, with Statham joined by the likes of Vinnie Jones (The Gentlemen), Jason Isaacs of The White Lotus fame, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds star Babs Olusanmokun, Camila Mendes (Masters of the Universe), Ben Foster, Jonny Lee Miller, and Raúl Alejandro.
Filming on Viva La Madness reportedly began in London last month and has now moved to Malta. Excitingly, thanks to a video circulating on social media, we now have our first look at Statham suited and booted, in the middle of production on the movie. Against a luxurious backdrop, Statham is surrounded by the crew and seemingly checking his script before action is called. The appearance of a boat in the background hopefully confirms that this upcoming feature will be as grand as other recent Statham/Ritchie projects.
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Debuting in January 2026, Statham’s latest actioner, Shelter, was recently awarded the approval of Stephen King, who took to social media to praise the project. On Bluesky, King wrote, “The new Jason Statham movie is terrific. The perfect antidote to Trump’s foolishness.” Helmed by Ric Roman Waugh, the movie was unable to return its reported $50 million in a disappointing box office run and is now available to rent on VOD.
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January 30, 2026
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Ric Roman Waugh
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Ward Parry
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Greg Silverman, Jason Statham, Jon Berg, John Friedberg, Brendon Boyea
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My Most-Complimented Amazon Fashion Finds, Starting at $9
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I write about fashion for a living. Most people assume that means I exclusively wear designer clothing, but that’s far from the truth. In fact, most of my wardrobe comes from Amazon, something few people believe.
Amazon has stepped up their fashion game over the past few years, offering high-quality items that are trendy yet timeless. The following 18 items are some of my favorite purchases that have earned me tons of compliments. From comfy lounge sets, to chic flats and jeans that hug every curve, these are the things every fashion lover should buy at Amazon.
My Most-Complimented Amazon Fashion Finds, Starting at $9
Loungesets
1. Airport Necessity: As a frequent flyer, this relaxed yet stylish lounge set has become my plane essential because of how comfortable it is.
2. Cute Enough for Brunch: I’ll always pick a lounge set over jeans. This sleek pick is chic enough to wear out for elevated meals — I just throw on a pair of heels and feel like a rich woman.
3. Mix and Match: I love how this lounge set comes with three pieces — pillowy joggers, a fitted cropped tank and an oversized cardigan. Each element is versatile enough to wear with other items, including jeans and skirts!
Jeans
4. Low Rider: I refused to embrace low-rise jeans until I tried this Levi’s pair. They sit nicely on my hips and don’t make me feel like my belly is flooding over. Plus, because I have a short torso, these make my body look more proportional.
5. Forget Blue: Brown is one of the most flattering colors (and it’s very popular right now!). I added this light brown denim to my closet to elevate my outfits. They look a bit more elegant than your standard blue jeans.
6. Patchwork: The cute patch pockets on these jeans always spark a conversation, probably because they’re adorable and add a bit of personality!
Trousers
7. So Posh: After purchasing these wide leg dress pants, I finally understood the hype with the trend. I feel so sophisticated every time I wear them, even if I’m just wearing a simple tee and white sneakers.
8. I Mean Business: When I have an important day at work, these slim trousers never fail me. I feel like such a boss when I slip into them!
9. Summertime Vibes: These trousers are made from lightweight cotton for a more casual look. I find them to be ideal for summer Fridays, or even relaxed evenings spent by the pier.
Tops
10. I Own Five: My stylist told me a sleek button down is one of the most important articles of clothing you can own, so I bought five of this anti-wrinkle striped blouse. I wear it once a week!
11. Stripes Forever: I never knew how versatile stripes were until I bought this pretty puff-sleeved tee. I adore how simple it is, and it really ties together some of my favorite outfits too.
12. One Small Detail: The cowl neck on this ribbed sweater takes it from every day to elegant. I always wear this with my favorite jeans and heels for date night.
Shoes
13. Fiery Steps: I dreamed of owning red sling-back flats for months, and this style is better than I ever imagined. The faux-leather is soft and supple, and they’re extra comfortable.
14. Like Walking on Clouds: Don’t sleep on Dr. Scholl’s! These white sneaks are so stylish and offer awesome arch support so I can walk for miles and miles pain-free.
15. Walk on the Wild Side: I finally caved in to the animal print trend with these chic leopard mesh flats. I love that they’re neutral and go with most things in my closet.
Handbags
16. Statement-Making Bag: Style tip — I add color to my outfit with a fun accessory, like this red leather satchel that looks much more expensive than it is and comes with a crossbody strap.
17. Woven Wonder: The textured design on this bag adds dimension to my entire outfit. I own this in the brown, but plan on purchasing another color because I always get compliments and it holds my belongings perfectly.
18. Early Aughts Called: Turn-of-the-century designs are trending, and I can’t get enough of this buckled bag that reminds me of my favorite 2000s movies like Mean Girls and She’s The Man.
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9 Years Before ‘John Wick,’ its Creators Adapted One of the Greatest Sci-Fi Thriller Graphic Novels
John Wick radically reshaped the action movie landscape,thanks to the expert direction of Chad Stahelski and David Leitch. The duo crafted a compelling tale in which Keanu Reeves‘ titular henchman is drawn back into the life of violence he left behind; they also expertly balance bloody battles and emotional catharsis in a way that made John Wick a smash hit and led to a franchise that attempts to top itself with each installment. Before Stahelski and Leitch brought John Wick to life, they would take part in an iconic comic book adaptation when they worked on V for Vendetta.
Based on the DC Comics/Vertigo graphic novel by Alan Moore, David Lloyd, and Tony Weare, V for Vendetta is set in a future where Britain is under a totalitarian regime. This regime is opposed by V (Hugo Weaving), a mysterious figure clad in a black cloak and mask who seeks to ignite a revolution with the help of Evey Hammond (Natalie Portman). The combination of bloody violence and a stylized world feels perfect for Stalheski and Leitch’s sensibilities, and director James McTeigue recently revealed during a conversation for Collider Rewind, that the duo stood in for Weaving at key action moments.
“There are a few other people underneath the mask, too, actually, like Dave Leitch, who has great success with Bullet Train and Hobbs & Shaw. Right? He’s under the mask at one point, he and Chad Stahelski, who’s the John Wick director. They were the stunt coordinators on that movie, so Dave was under the mask for a bit of it.”
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Chad Stahelski & David Leitch Brought Their Stunt Expertise to ‘V for Vendetta’
Before they were two of the most sought-after directors in the action realm, Chad Stahelski and David Leitch were stunt actors and second unit directors who worked on some of Hollywood’s biggest franchises. Chief among them was The Matrix, where Stahelski served as Keanu Reeves’ stunt double while Leitch offered his services to The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions. This forged a bond between the duo and the Wachowski siblings, and with the Wachowskis penning the script for V for Vendetta, they opted to bring Stahelski and Leitch on board alongside James McTeigue. The end result features some of the best action sequences for any comic book adaptation.
The standout scene in V for Vendetta comes toward the end, where V is cornered by the secret police known as the “Finger” and their leader, Peter Creedy (Tim Pigott-Smith). Rather than surrender, V proclaims that he’ll kill all of his opponents before they reload, and die with his hands closed around Creedy’s throat. What follows is a beautiful, yet brutal action sequence that makes use of the slow motion that populated the Matrix films, and the swift violence that would come to define John Wick. While you’d never know that they were in the suit, Stahelski and Leitch’s fingerprints are all over this final fight.
Members of the ‘John Wick’ Crew Have Worked on Other Comic Book Adaptations
V for Vendetta wouldn’t be the last time that a member of the John Wick filmmaking team helped bring a comic book to life. David Leitch’s Atomic Blonde adapts the graphic novel The Coldest City, and Deadpool 2 brought his action sensibilities to the Merc with a Mouth. Surprisingly, it’s screenwriter Derek Kolstad who’s become the most involved with the world of comics. In addition to penning episodes of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Kolstad is set to adapt the Bad Idea comic book Ordained, featuring a former soldier turned priest who stands against a legion of mobsters. Ordained will also team Kolstad with Colin Farrell (The Penguin), who’s set to play the priest, and Joe & Anthony Russo (Avengers: Doomsday) as executive producers.
Chad Stahelski and David Leitch helped elevate the comic book movie with their work on V for Vendetta. The duo proved that violence, when filmed the right way, can be as gripping as any well-written piece of dialogue, and it’s an aesthetic they embraced with gusto on John Wick.
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February 23, 2006
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132 minutes
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James McTeigue
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Grant Hill, Joel Silver, Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski, Lorne Orleans
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Karlissa Saffold Harvey Shares Strong Words
Karlissa Saffold Harvey has shared strong words for Claressa Shields after she spoke on Blueface losing his recent boxing match.
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Karlissa Saffold Harvey Shares Strong Words For Claressa Shields After She Spoke On Blueface Losing Boxing Match
Karlissa Saffold Harvey was keeping her eye on Blueface’s recent boxing match against Chibu. So much so, that on the evening of Saturday, March 14, she took to her Instagram to defend her son’s honor.
But that wasn’t the only message Harvey shared regarding Blueface’s recent boxing match. She also shared a few words for Claressa Shields, telling her to send Papoose in the ring with Blueface.
“…Or shut tf up with her funny lookin sea tf…” she wrote.
Furthermore, Harvey’s comments arrived after Shields took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to speak on Blueface losing his match against Chibu and Egypt Criss recently getting knocked out in the ring. Simply, Shields stated that “public figures” should spend 6 months training “before they start fighting in real fight…”
Social Media Weighs In On Karlissa Saffold Harvey & Claressa Shields’ Words
Social media users reacted to Karlissa Saffold Harvey’s strong words for Claressa Shields in the comment section of an @livebitez post.
Instagram user @shana_thesaint wrote, “For giving her opinion on a fight because she is a professional boxer???…”
While Instagram user @melancholy_orchid added, “You get in the ring with Clarissa since you got so much to say”
Instagram user @bossupsis wrote, “She literally said nothing wrong Karlissa son should have been practicing instead of chasing cat”
While Instagram user @simply_niff added, “I can honestly say as a professional boxer Claressa have a right to speak on fights…”
Instagram user @2025newbeginnings45 wrote, “Girllll shut uppppppppppp”
While Instagram user @dutchiemonroe added, “Did she not see her son just get beat up? She want him to go BACK in the ring? Aw lawd”
Instagram user @nese_by_nature_ wrote, “Damn the girl ain’t say shit wrong ! … she is in fact a professional boxer and gave a input from a professional boxers standpoint ….my gawd”
While Instagram user @prettylilhell1 added, “@karlissa_angelic you can always get in the ring with her since you got so much to say💪🏾😒”
More On Blueface Losing His Recent Boxing Match
As The Shade Room previously reported, Blueface and streamer Chibu stepped into the ring on Saturday, March 14. Ultimately, Chibu appeared to knock Blueface out the ring and landed a few shots on his body, with the judges giving him the win.
RELATED: Fair Fight? The Internet Weighs In After Blueface Faces Off Against Streamer Chibu In Celebrity Boxing Match (VIDEOS)
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